Defcon 5 Saturn box art

Sega Saturn · Shooter

Defcon 5

Deep cut

SystemSega Saturn
GenreShooter
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Defcon 5 is a shooter released for the Sega Saturn.

Among the 24 Saturn shooters in our database, it ranks #15 by legacy score.

Defcon 5 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Defcon 5 is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Defcon 5 gameplay screenshot on Saturn
In-game screenshot (Saturn)

Defcon 5 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Saturn games today

Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.

Defcon 5 FAQ

Is Defcon 5 multiplayer?

No. Defcon 5 is a single-player game.

How long does Defcon 5 take to play?

As a shooter, Defcon 5 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Defcon 5 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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